Job Description Job Description Mirage Health Services is a quickly growing home health agency based in Dover, Delaware, and services all counties in the state seeking Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) and Registered Nurses(RN)! Responsibilities Participates in the planning and coordination of total patients care in conjunction with the RN, facility policies and the physician's Plan of Care Follows the nursing care plan for each assigned patient Observes the patients; evaluates the care of the patients; applies his/her knowledge of nursing skills to the patients to whom he/she is assigned Accurately reports and records the patients' condition and care, including signs and symptoms which may be indicative of change Prepares clinical/progress notes on the day of the visit and incorporates it in the clinical record weekly; prepares summaries in cooperation with the RN supervisor. Assists the patients with the activities of daily living while teaching appropriate self-care techniques Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patients Provides optimum physical and emotional environment Assists the physician and Registered Nurse in complex nursing situations and performing specialized procedures Prepares equipment and materials for treatments observing aseptic technique as required Participates in case conference, in-service, and other programs and meetings as needed Performs within limits of preparation and experience On a weekly basis, confirm the scheduling of visits with the nurse to coordinate necessary visits with other personnel Perform treatments as assigned per physician's plan of care. An LVN/LPN may perform only those treatments for which they are qualified by training and experience to perform. If an LVN/LPN provides IV therapy or other technical procedure not included in routine LVN/LPN training courses, they must first show documentation of competency/experience signed by an RN, physician, or specific training program director Other duties as assigned Requirements Must have a valid driver's license or state ID Must undergo background check and pre-employment drug screening Must be willing to get immunizations or routine testing Graduate of an approved program of practical/vocational Nursing Licensed as a licensed graduate Practical Nurse in the state where practicing Must have at least (6) months of experience as a professional nurse